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This reaction is due to a compound called nepetalactone found in the plant’s leaves and stems, which binds to receptors in the cat’s nose and stimulates sensory neurons, leading to a euphoric response.
The German Rex was developed in Germany when a stray female cat with a distinctive wavy coat was adopted off the streets after World War II.
Spinach is a strong source of lutein while kale contains significant amounts of beta-carotene, flavonoids, and vitamin C. Any greens you offer your cat should be thoroughly washed and gently cooked, without seasonings.
Kellie B. Gormly—A kitten and cat rescuer and foster mama whose nickname is “Mother Catresa”—is an award-winning veteran journalist who freelances for national publications, including The Washington Post, History.com, Woman's World, and FIRST for Women.
Because the hemoglobin in your cat’s body gets recycled and the liver stores extra iron as backup, red blood cell counts usually remain fairly stable—assuming there aren’t any underlying health issues involved.
This is partly due to inflation, but it’s also because veterinarians can now provide a similar level of care for pets that humans receive thanks to advances in technology, research, and medications.
According to the ISFM Consensus Guidelines on the Practical Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Cats, low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets are associated with better glucose control and a higher chance of remission.
Cats’ natural strength, agility, and flexibility translate into abilities that shouldn’t seem possible for a 10-pound animal that prefers its store-bought food to be personally delivered on a porcelain plate.
The breed is prone to a number of known genetic health conditions, including polycystic kidney disease (PKD), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA).
In addition to dirtying the rest of the litter, this can also lead to the spread of Toxoplasma gondii parasites or potentially harmful bacteria.
Lizzie has worked in companion animal practice for over ten years, in a variety of roles from small rural branch surgeries to large hospital environments.
Lizzie has worked in companion animal practice for over ten years, in a variety of roles from small rural branch surgeries to large hospital environments.